For a lot of people, the desire to eat healthy, to control their food intake, and to consume only the right kind of foods at the right time can go straight out the window once the stomach starts growling its demands. This is because, although people might not like to admit this, most humans are slaves to their appetite. Instead of eating to live, most people live to eat and eat a lot they do. Nevertheless, nobody likes being a slave to anybody and anything, least of all to an internal organ. But since saying no when it is demanding food can be rather difficult, preventing the occasions when it wakes up is the next best thing to do.

What people must understand, before anything else though, is that eating whatever whenever is never the answer to a grumbling stomach. Sure, some chocolate cake would quiet it down for an hour or two, but after that, it would just rouse again and be more ravenous than before. So to make sure that it stays asleep for a longer period of time, you need these foods.

Prunes

Yes, those wrinkled, blackened little foods. Although unpleasant for some people, prunes are rich in natural sugars which satisfy your cravings and fiber which keeps your stomach busy for hours. You also don’t need to eat a lot of them, if that is your concern, since just one or two is enough for some time.

Leafy vegetables

A bowl of Caesar salad might not be the most appetizing food in the world, but it can be what keeps you from eating that extra helping of pasta. However, it does not need to be such a wearisome thing since you don’t really need to eat that much of it. Think of it as a stepping stone for a healthier life.

Eggs

When it comes to protein and plugging up the tide of hunger, few foods can beat a good old fashioned, hardboiled egg. It’s easy to eat, filling and a great food for power lifters and body builders. It’s also good even if you are a desk jockey, since two or three of it will guarantee energy throughout the day of typing on your computer.

Cacao Nibs

There are some foods in the world that are healthy but not enjoyable or enjoyable but not healthy. Fortunately, Cacao Nibs are far from either as it is healthy and delicious and a great snack to nibble on all day long. Cacao Nibs are basically course pieces from cacao seeds and has all the nutrients and health benefits which made cacao famous. Reputation notwithstanding, Cacao Nibs are perfect as a source of steady energy, keeping your mouth busy and keeping hunger at bay.

Peanut butter

Peanut butter, especially the 100% roasted peanut ones, are amazingly effective in keeping your stomach full and mellow all day long. It’s full of protein for energy and is pretty convenient as sandwich spread by itself or with jam. You can also just dip your finger in a jar of peanut butter and eat it solo, whichever works for you.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal may be bland, tasteless and boring by itself, but that is why dried fruits, nuts, milk and chocolate are there. Combine any one of those or all of them in a bowl of Oatmeal and you will have a supreme weapon at keeping hunger away. Seriously, if you have ever tried oatmeal before, you might have noticed that you weren’t as hungry as often. That is because oatmeal and lucuma powder is one of the richest sources of fiber in the food world. So starting your day with it is definitely a good idea.

Banana

A banana or two is one of the best ways to keep your energy up and keep you from going hungry throughout the day. It is rich in potassium and is incredibly filling to boot. This makes it a definite worthwhile item on the menu.